YMCA offering $5K signing bonus for childcare workers

YMCA Childcare staff cares for Chester County children
In an effort to onboard additional qualified childcare professionals, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is hosting hiring open houses at YMCA locations throughout Chester County. Events will be hosted between March 1 – 21, 2023 to connect qualified candidates with open positions in early childhood education and school-age enrichment programs.
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WCU, YMCA team up to challenges families to adopt healthier habits

Local families using the wellness amenities at the West Chester Area YMCA.
As new year’s resolutions become old news, faculty from West Chester University (WCU) and instructors from the YMCA encourage families to keep fitness at the forefront through a series of weekly health lessons and challenges that begin on February 22.
During the family-friendly Whole Health Challenge, eight lessons will be...
YMCA doubles down on family-friendly fun

YMCA staff welcomes members and guests to the West Chester Area YMCA, one of seven branches hosting free open houses this month.
During the cold month of January, when winter blues are likely to set in, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) invites area families to leave the house for a dose of good, old-fashioned family fun. Between January 21 and 28, YMCA branches across Chester County will open...
YMCA of Greater Brandywine CEO Day announces her retirement in June

Denise Day, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, announces retirement after 37-year career with the YMCA.
WEST CHESTER – If you’ve had the pleasure of meeting Denise Day, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), you’ve sensed the passion that she pours into all that she does. From leading a team of more than 2,000 staff to serving the more than 50,000 members...
WMCA opens all branch amenities from Dec. 26 – Dec. 31

The Welcome Desk at the Lionville Community YMCA, one of seven branches of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine that is welcoming Chester County residents and visitors to use branch amenities for free during the Gift of Health.
December is often associated with holiday celebrations, time with loved ones and exchanging gifts. This December, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has a special gift for the...
YMCA to hold hiring events this week

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine, an association of eight YMCA’s located in Chester County, is hosting hiring events throughout the month of April for a variety of available careers and summer job opportunities.
As the leading non-profit dedicated to building connections, imagine going to work each day knowing that what you do has a positive impact on your community. At the YMCA, you can support...
Horn to lead YMCA’s fundraising campaign

Jim Horn
As a board member for the last six years, Jim Horn knows the how deeply Chester County benefits from the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, so accepting the role as this year’s fundraising campaign chair came without question.
He’s eager to share the Y’s story from an even larger platform and his voice will begin to amplify during the kickoff of the Y’s annual campaign at 5:30 p.m. on Feb....
YMCA: $1 joiner fee 11/13 – 11/15 in honor of World Diabetes Day

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine invites the community to join in the fight against Diabetes – special events, expert advice and fun incentives planned
The statistics are staggering; 86 million American adults have prediabetes and another 2.9 million are living with diabetes. Today’s children are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at unprecedented rates. One of the best ways to combat...
"Try the ‘Y’ Tuesdays" – free YMCA access in August

During the month of August, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, will open its doors to the public – free of charge – at all nine branches for “Try the Y Tuesdays.” On August 4, 11, 18 and 25, members of the community are welcome to visit any one of the branches and have free access to the facilities.
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YMCA hosts FREE outdoor swim Memorial Day weekend

Outdoor pools open to community – event places a focus water safety
On May 23, 24 & 25, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will kick off summer by opening its outdoor pools for FREE to all members of the community. This event is designed to highlight the importance of swim lessons and water safety skills and gives families the opportunity to enjoy a day of outdoor fun at the pool.
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